Wastewater Treatment Operator

ABOUT EAGLEPICHER

EaglePicher Technologies is driving the electrification of defense, aviation and space. We provide the broadest range of battery systems in the world for the most demanding applications. We develop leading-edge products that make drones fly higher, undersea vessels run longer, aircraft fly farther, rockets launch safely and satellites operate longer. With our cutting-edge research and manufacturing, we continue to set new standards in the industry. For 100 years, we have provided mission-critical power solutions to the defense, aviation and space markets. EaglePicher provides custom battery assemblies, battery management systems, pyrotechnic devices and other power solutions.

Our employees are passionate, dedicated and empowered to realize our vision.  We strive for the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds personalities and perspectives, and to ensure this works, we create an inclusive work environment that places a premium on communication and collaboration.  At EaglePicher, we will give you the opportunity to harness all that is within you with access to the latest tools, information and training.

EaglePicher is headquartered in Joplin, MO with manufacturing and research and development facilities in Joplin, MO, Seneca, MO, Pittsburg, KS, and Southbridge, MA.

For more information visit www.eaglepicher.com

ABOUT THE POSITON

Responsible for the operation and maintenance of the Wastewater Treatment System in the Southbridge, MA facility. Handles the accumulation, distribution and disposal of all facility hazardous waste.

• Operates and maintains the following process equipment: equalization tank with float controls, diaphragm distribution pumps, ferric sulfide addition mixing tank, sodium hydroxide addition mix tank, pH sensors, diaphragm chemical metering pumps, peristaltic chemical transfer pump, flow sensor, mixers, air regulator controls, transfer piping and hose, microfiltration membrane waste water systems and automated sludge collection bridge, sludge dewatering and holding tank with mixer, diaphragm transfer pump, sludge press filter dewatering tank with mixer and portable pH meters and buffer solutions.
• Daily inspections of all hazardous waste satellite accumulation points and transfers, under state and federal regulations.
• Performs all required preventative maintenance and cleaning of equipment in the wastewater system.
• Daily/weekly distribution of virgin chemicals.
• Arranging Haz waste shipments as needed to ensure compliance.
• Proper completion of all required paperwork, i.e. labeling of drums, hazardous waste log, manifest sheets, inspection reports.
• Takes pH readings with portable meter to check accuracy of on-line pH sensors and transmitters.  Takes readings of clarifier effluent and final sewage effluent to town treatment plant at our manhole in the street.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• U.S. Persons
• High Schoold Diploma or equivalent required
• Massachusetts Grade 4 Industrial Wastewater License Required, RCRA certification required, DOT/IATA certification required
• Three or more years’ industrial wastewater experience required

The salary range for this position is $28.30 - $37.98 per hour and represents the minimum and maximum for the position.  The actual range will vary based upon factors including but not limited to: prior experience, knowledge, skill and education as they relate to the position's qualifications and internal equity.  

The posted salary range reflects just one component of our total rewards package.  Other components include:

PERKS OF BEING AN EAGLEPICHER EMPLOYEE

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance with coverage on day one
• 11 paid holidays 
• Paid vacation (PTO)
• Paid sick/personal time
• Matching 401K with vesting on day one
• Tuition reimbursement
• Dependent scholarship programs